What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compassionate Nurse - Private Duty Home Care position at Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO?
Join the VNA team as a Private Duty Nurse and become part of an esteemed organization that has been providing exceptional home healthcare services in Southeast Missouri for over 35 years. We are in search of dedicated and empathetic nursing professionals to deliver personalized, one-on-one care to clients with specialized healthcare needs who may require continuous nursing assistance for up to 16 hours each day.
Job Overview
As a Private Duty Nurse, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients through tailored care and support. Your responsibilities will include ongoing patient assessments, medication administration, and comprehensive documentation of patient conditions.
Key Responsibilities
At VNA, we are committed to your professional development. We provide one-on-one specialized training in areas such as trach, ventilator, and G-tube care, along with 24⁄7 support from our dedicated staff. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills and advance your nursing career within a reputable organization.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and nurturing work environment where compassion, teamwork, and quality care are at the forefront of our mission. Our commitment to excellence empowers our nurses to make a tangible impact in their patients’ lives.
Compensation And Benefits
Employment Type: Part-Time
Job Overview
As a Private Duty Nurse, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients through tailored care and support. Your responsibilities will include ongoing patient assessments, medication administration, and comprehensive documentation of patient conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized one-on-one patient care and foster meaningful interactions
- Monitor vital signs and conduct thorough physical assessments
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by a physician
- Maintain accurate documentation of patients’ ongoing health status
- Provide assistance with G-tubes, tracheostomies, and ventilator care as needed
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Proficiency in monitoring vital signs and conducting assessments
- Capability in administering medications and documenting treatments
- Experience with G-tubes, trach, and ventilator care is advantageous
- Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Pediatric experience is preferred but not mandatory
At VNA, we are committed to your professional development. We provide one-on-one specialized training in areas such as trach, ventilator, and G-tube care, along with 24⁄7 support from our dedicated staff. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills and advance your nursing career within a reputable organization.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and nurturing work environment where compassion, teamwork, and quality care are at the forefront of our mission. Our commitment to excellence empowers our nurses to make a tangible impact in their patients’ lives.
Compensation And Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Sign-on bonus
- Flexible scheduling options
- Shift differentials
- Reimbursed mileage
- Paid holidays
- Weekly pay
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Incentive employee referral program
- And much more!
Employment Type: Part-Time
